Chicken Tacos

Chicken Tacos

Seasoned shredded chicken nestled in warm tortillas with fresh toppings and zesty lime crema.

⏱ 25 minServes 4Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

  1. 1Mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
  2. 2Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  3. 3Remove chicken from skillet and shred using two forks, then return to skillet and toss with spice mixture until well coated.
  4. 4Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame for 30 seconds per side.
  5. 5Mix sour cream with lime juice and half the cilantro to make crema.
  6. 6Assemble tacos by filling each tortilla with shredded chicken, cabbage, a dollop of lime crema, and remaining cilantro.

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